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A longitudinal assessment of psychological adaptation during a winter-over in Antarctica

Décamps, Greg, Rosnet, Elisabeth·2005·Environment and Behavior

Abstract

The seasonal variations of psychological reactions in isolated and confined environments have been studied and theorized in terms of the third-quarter phenomenon; the third quarter of the isolation period is the moment when the most discomfort is reported by the winterers. Referring to Rivolier's comparative study, this article examines the manifestations of the third-quarter phenomenon by analyzing the data collected with an observation grid completed by the mission's doctor. The stress reactions of 27 winterers are observed during a 50-week period. The results show that the third-quarter phenomenon does not appear after the middle of the stay but more precisely after the middle of the isolation period. Changes in moods and personal reactions are reported but also in social and physical reactions. The results are discussed in terms of externalization of stress reactions and the influence of the data collection method emphasized.

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Authors
Décamps, G., & Rosnet, E.
Affiliations
  • Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne (FR)
  • Sport Sciences Institute, University of Rheims, France
Venue
Environment and Behavior
Published
2005-05
Volume
37
Issue
3
Pages
418-435
ISSN
  • 0013-9165 (ISSN-L)
  • 1552-390X
OpenAlex
W2046766338
Cited by
55
References
32
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0.40
Type
journal article
Language
en
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closed
Locations
Environment and Behavior (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Physiology › Spaceflight effects on biology
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Behavioral Neuroscience › Stress Responses and Cortisol
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › COVID-19 and Mental Health
Keywords
psychological adjustment, isolation and confinement, stress reactions, mood changes, social behavior, physical reactions, longitudinal assessment, observation grid

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